Baked Eggplant Parmesan and Pasta Bowl

This bowl captures the comforting warmth of Italian home cooking—simple and rustic ingredients layered with flavor. Slices of silky pan-fried or air-fried eggplant are layered with a slow simmered beef tomato sauce with lots of basil and Parmesan. It’s baked with more cheese and served over pasta with a fresh basil and tomato salad on the side, with crunchy bread that’s perfect for gathering every last bit of sauce. It’s a cozy, satisfying bowl that feels like home.